Dragon Weathervane from the Sir John Bennett Shop, 1850-1900
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This dragon weathervane is one of the most vivid elements of Sir John Bennett's shop in Greenfield Village. Made of hammered copper in striking detail, it is a quiet masterpiece of design, craftsmanship, and balance. During restoration work in 2005, The Henry Ford staff made structural repairs and returned the dragon to its original splendor with a coat of gold leaf.
This dragon weathervane is one of the most vivid elements of Sir John Bennett's shop in Greenfield Village. Made of hammered copper in striking detail, it is a quiet masterpiece of design, craftsmanship, and balance. During restoration work in 2005, The Henry Ford staff made structural repairs and returned the dragon to its original splendor with a coat of gold leaf.
Artifact
Weathervane
Date Made
1850-1900
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
31.2048.1.11
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Copper (Metal)
Gold leaf
Color
Gold (Color)
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